Map your business

Believe it or not, maps aren’t magical. They don’t just happen. Online mapping companies like Google, Microsoft, Apple and MapQuest get data on their maps through good old fashioned research. But there is a limit to the amount of information they are willing to collect and display by default.

Fortunately, if you’re a business owner you can help make online map applications more complete while increasing your business’ exposure. The four companies mentioned above all offer free services for verified businesses to be able to update the information presented on their maps.

If you own a business you owe it to yourself to research your own map listings and update them if you don’t like what you see. Here are the links so you can get verified and start updating now:

https://www.google.com/business/

https://mapsconnect.apple.com/

https://www.bingplaces.com/

MapQuest no longer supports accessing your basic listing information through their Local Business Center. You can add your business listing to MapQuest but you can only submit limited information. In order to enhance your listing you need to upgrade to a premium account.